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SUMMARY:Grain & Gather Indoor Winter Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:Kick off your weekend in the warmest way—surrounded by holiday cheer\, handcrafted drinks\, handmade/sourced goods\, and great company at Whiskey Acres Distilling Co.! The estate distillery’s visitor center transforms into a holiday haven for 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏 & 𝑮𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒐𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒂𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒕— warm lighting\, cozy seating by the glowing fireplace\, rustic wood accents\, and a full bar (to keep spirits merry!) encompass a festive evening backdrop for sipping\, shopping\, and celebrating the season!  \n\n\n\nDiscover a curated lineup of 12 talented local makers and small business owners offering handcrafted/sourced goods as unique as you and the people on your list! From sparkling jewelry and fragrant candles to lush houseplants\, home décor\, baked goods\, crochet creations\, sweet holiday treats\, and more. \n\n\n\nToast the season and to the weekend with seed-to-spirit cocktails made from grains grown and distilled on site for generations (plus festive non-alcoholic options). \n\n\n\nPair your drinks with comforting eats from Chuck’s Wood Fired Pizza food truck— perfect for fueling a night of holiday shopping and mingling. \n\n\n\nEnjoy live music in the comfortable indoors among the shopping and sipping. \n\n\n\nLet the holiday magic set the tone for your weekend—shop small\, sip slow\, and gather with for an evening to remember! 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/grain-gather-indoor-winter-artisan-market/
LOCATION:Whiskey Acres\, 11504 Keslinger Rd\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Whiskey Acres":MAILTO:info@whiskeyacres.com
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SUMMARY:Carol of the (Berim) Baus with Arcomusical
DESCRIPTION:Arcomusical is thrilled to return to the library for another year to present their ever-growing collection of holiday arrangements for berimbau chamber ensemble! \nArcomusical’s music is fresh\, playful\, rhythmic\, colorful\, and soulful. The ensemble’s level of concentration\, communication\, and joy of chamber music performance is palpable. \nPlaying exclusively on the Afro-Brazilian instrument called the berimbau\, Arcomusical’s performances provide a unique and family-friendly experience. After the performance\, children of all ages (from 2 to 92!) are invited to hold and perform on the group’s unique instruments. Arcomusical delights in spending time with audience members to give anyone who wishes a chance to play our unique instruments for themselves. \nThis concert is free and open to all. No registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/carol-of-the-berim-baus-with-arcomusical-1/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
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SUMMARY:Holiday Pops Concert: Winter Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:A beloved annual tradition! Ring in the holiday season with traditional favorites. Local music ensembles will be featured in the lobby before the concerts\, during intermission\, and following the concerts. This concert is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/holiday-pops-concert-winter-wonderland/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Boutell Memorial Concert Hall at Northern Illinois University\, 400 Lucinda Ave\, DeKalb\, IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T193000
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:For Ebenezer Scrooge\, Christmas is all ‘Bah and Humbug.’ But on this Christmas Eve\, three spirits haunt his dreams. They show him what he once was as a boy\, joyful and happy; the miserly man he is now; and what his future fate could be. After his experience with the spirits\, “it was always said of him\,” wrote Charles Dickens\, “that he knew how to keep Christmas well.” \n\n\n\nJoin Stage Coach Players for this beloved holiday classic\, running just ONE WEEKEND! \n\n\n\nShow dates for A Christmas Carol are as follows: \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 11\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nFriday\, December 12\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025 • 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025 • 7:30 PM \n\n\n\nSunday\, December 14\, 2025 • 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nTickets can be purchased here or by calling our box office at 815-758-1940.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/a-christmas-carol/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Stage Coach Players\, 126 S. Fifth St.\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas celebrates the gift of family\, the gift of friends\, the gift of peace\, and the gift of love\, wrapped up in sweet sounds of the season only he and his piano can provide.  \n\n\n\nJoin Jim Brickman and friends this Christmas season for an unforgettable concert experience filled with music\, laughter & heartwarming stories. Audiences can expect a captivating blend of timeless holiday classics\, along with Brickman’s biggest hits like “The Gift\,” “Love of my Life\,” “Destiny\,” “Valentine” and joyfully unexpected surprises. \n\n\n\nEscape with Jim Brickman to a magical atmosphere that brings friends and family together to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/jim-brickman-the-gift-of-christmas/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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